Mercy Hands Europe (MHEurope) is a not-for-profit, non-political, non-religious organization registered in Geneva, Switzerland in December 2019, and in the North East Syria (NES).
MHEurope is born as a sister organisation of Mercy Hands for Humanitarian Aid (MH) based in Baghdad, Iraq. They share the same vision and mission but work independently of each other and are governed by different Boards of Directors and bylaws. Together these two NGOs form the Mercy Hands’ Alliance. The Mercy Hands’ Alliance comprises not-for-profit organizations that work for conflict-torn and disaster-affected areas to save lives, sustain human rights and restore a health community. Mercy Hands is also in Annecy, France.
MHEurope sustains the activities of the sister organizations and develop their own projects.
MHEurope implements humanitarian and development programs in different parts of the world, either directly through its field missions or through its sister organization or other local partners (Iraq, Syria, Turkey, KRI, NES).
MHEurope is looking for a volunteer that could be the field referent of the Swiss organization.
The Intern should be someone that is already based in the NES and has some basic knowledge of NGOs, organization of events and humanitarian projects.
Location:
North East Syria.
Salary
Being a volunteer do not include the salary, however, based on the sector of expertise and the winning project, the candidate could take part of the project and become part of the paid staff.
Tasks and Responsibilities
You will report to the Executive Director and your main role will be to report to us on a weekly basis:
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The challenges of the NES;
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Being in contact with local donor;
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Listing eventual fund possibilities;
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Being active on the NES Forum and in the various working groups;
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Advocate for us;
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Helping us to organize activities in the field.
Requirements
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Good written and verbal communication skills in English;
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Be able to follow suggestions but also to work independently;
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Good knowledge of donors and funds opportunity;
Availability from not later than 20 January 2021.
NB: Women are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and Cover letter to [email protected] & [email protected]
Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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